Weekly Newsletter 1/6-1/10

Sultan Middle School Families,

Happy New Year and welcome back to school after our winter break!

Friday, January 10th, is the first afternoon of our Ski Bus program for Venture Out. Students who have have turned in all necessary paperwork, paid, and been approved to participate, need to be ready to leave SMS at 1:15pm (right after school).

The end of Quarter 2 is January 24th. Help your student finish this quarter with higher grades by using Parent PowerSchool and Canvas Observer. Don't remember your password? Call our office for a new password for PowerSchool or your students pairing code for Canvas. Go here to access the login for both: https://sms.sultanschools.org/o/ssd/page/family-resources

Please sign up now for Wrestling or Girls Basketball! Go to: https://sultan-wa.finalforms.com/

The first practice will be on January 27th.

A report on student's grades:

Total # of students with an A or A-: 396

In December, our Venture Out club traveled to Vertical World climbing gym in Lynnwood for their second climbing adventure! Here are some pics of our Skyhawks having a blast!

The end of Quarter 2 will be January 24th. With so many fun breaks this quarter it is even more important to have your student in class on the days we have school. We have a goal of 100% attendance. Let's rally together to support one another in this endeavor!

Tesla exemplifies the true spirit of forgiveness in both their actions and attitude. Always kind and considerate, they approach every situation with a willingness to understand and work harmoniously with others. Their dedication to hard work is evident in everything they do, as they strive for excellence while showing patience and compassion. What stands out most is their remarkable ability to forgive both themselves and others, demonstrating emotional resilience and a deep understanding of the importance of growth and empathy. Their maturity and commitment to fostering a supportive environment make them a deserving candidate for this award.

This month, we are thrilled to highlight Jaden Gallardo, a student whose exemplary attitude and behavior have not gone unnoticed. Jaden consistently demonstrates a willingness to help his classmates, showing a genuine interest in their success and well-being. His polite demeanor and respectful listening skills make him a cherished member of our classroom community. Moreover, Jaden's great sense of humor brings joy and light-heartedness to our daily activities. We are incredibly proud to have such a kind-hearted and thoughtful student, like Jaden, in our class. Keep shining, Jaden

Let's celebrate Emma Smith, a remarkable 7th grader at Sultan Middle School, who has been honored with the award for the character trait of forgiveness! Emma's ability to forgive others, even in challenging situations, sets a powerful example for her peers. Her kindness, empathy, and understanding have helped to create a more compassionate and supportive school environment. Congratulations, Emma, on this well-deserved recognition! Your forgiving nature and kindness inspire us all to be better and kinder individuals.

This award for the character trait of forgiveness goes to Nehemiah Day. Nehemiah exemplifies the true essence of forgiveness through his unwavering kindness and patience. As a remarkable student, he not only excels academically but also fosters a nurturing environment for his peers. His ability to forgive and move forward, even in challenging situations, sets a powerful example for everyone around him. Nehemiah’s compassionate nature and dedication to understanding others make him a deserving recipient of this award. Congratulations, Nehemiah, for embodying the spirit of forgiveness and inspiring us all!

The 8th grade team would like to take the time to honor one of our students. Hazel Clune is a student that makes a positive contribution to our school. Hazel holds herself accountable in and outside of the classroom. Hazel is a compassionate person that looks out for others. She does a great job engaging in the classroom and is truly a pleasure to have in class.

The 8th grade team would like to take the time to honor one of our students. Alia Foote is a student that makes a positive contribution to our school. Alia does her best to create an inclusive classroom by taking the initiative to make everyone feel like they belong. Alia perseveres through challenges and does so with a positive attitude and empathy. Alia makes SMS a better place.

Are you a substitute teacher? We need you! Please apply now at: https://www.sultanschools.org/page/substitute-information and join our Sultan Middle School team.

***Subject to Change***

MONDAY JAN 6TH

TUESDAY JAN 7TH

NJHS Meeting 7am

Homework Club 2:45-4:30pm

TSA Science Club 2:45-4:30pm

WEDNESDAY JAN 8TH

Role Playing Club 2:45-4:30pm

THURSDAY JAN 9TH

Homework Club 2:45-4:30pm

FRIDAY JAN 10TH

Ski Bus Program leaves at 1:15pm

January 13th

School Board Meeting 6pm

January 20th

Martin Luther King Jr. Day, No School

January 21st

NJHS Meeting 7am

January 24th

End of Quarter 2

January 27th

Non-Student Day

First Day of practice for Wrestling and Girls Basketball

School Board Meeting 6pm

Clubs we offer:

Homework Club

TSA Science Club

Role Playing Games Club

WEB Leaders

NJHS

Closed on December 27th. Open January 3rd.

Our next Winter sports season will include Wrestling and Girls Basketball. First day of practice is January 27th. Sign up now on Final Forms, use the link below. Your student will need a current sports physical. They are good for two years.

Be sure you've paid the sports fees and ASB for your student to participate. Sports fees are $35 per sport and $35 for ASB for the whole year. The 4th sport your student plays is free. Pay online or at the office.

Use the link below to go to Final Forms to register for sports and sign forms.

Questions? Reach out to our Athletic Director, Chris Hill, at Chris.Hill@sultan.k12.wa.us

Winter weather is here! Click the image below to sign up to receive the most immediate notifications on school delays and closures!

If a student is tardy to school in the morning, he/she must report to the student office. Tardiness due to dental/doctor appointments or late buses will be excused. Students not having a note from a parent/guardian or whose parent/guardian has not called will be issued an unexcused tardy.

Unexcused tardies will result in the following consequences:

• At 5th tardy – Lunch held in the Student Success Center to review expectations.

• At 8th tardy –Two lunches held in the Student Success Center to review expectations.

• At 11th tardy – Four lunches held in the Student Success Center to review expectations and a parent meeting scheduled.

• At 14th tardy --Alternative passing schedule put in place to help facilitate arriving to class on time. This will be in place for the remainder of the quarter.

For more information on our attendance policies click the link below for our Student Handbook.

Students are allowed to bring personal cell phones and other electronic devices to school but they may only be used before and after school (not during lunch, in the halls during passing period, or in the bathrooms). This plan puts safety and learning as priorities. All devices should be Off & Away (not vibrate or silent) and away (in backpack) during school and passing times. If a student has an emergency or needs to communicate with home/family, please contact the front office. SMS is not responsible for lost, stolen, or missing electronic item

ADDRESS:

301 High Ave

Sultan, WA 98294

Ph: 360-793-9850

Fax: 360-793-9859

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WEBSITE: https://sms.sultanschools.org/